Coastal golf course beside a rocky shoreline, with resort buildings and tree-covered hills.

The Best Golf Resorts in the U.S.

  • Raquel Benguiat
  • February 5, 2023

I've covered the best golf courses in and around Rancho Santa Fe on my blog before, but there's no better way to take your love of golf to the next level than with a relaxing golf getaway. Spending time outdoors on fresh greens and pristine fairways surrounded by breathtaking views is a wonderful way to spend a vacation, whether you're a casual player or an expert looking for your next big challenge.

 

Golf course putting green with a red flag, sand bunkers, and winding paths at golden hour.

Torrey Pines - La Jolla, California

Great golf, close to home. A staycation at Torrey Pines might be the perfect way to decompress without leaving home base. It's two 18-hole courses that have hosted PGA Tour events provide a challenge, while the resort offers many family-friendly activities.

 


Four Seasons Resort Hualalai - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

The Four Seasons Resort Hualalai features a championship course with black lava features and oceanfront holes. With multiple practice facilities and the latest technology, you'll be able to work on your game like never before even when you're not on the links. The resort's several pools, beach, dining and spa offer options to keep the whole family entertained.

 

 

 

Coastal golf course at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, with sand bunkers beside the ocean.


Omni Barton Creek resort overlooking a golf course and pond amid autumn foliage.

Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa - Austin, Texas 

Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa in Texas is a premier destination for golf enthusiasts, featuring four championship golf courses and a state-of-the-art golf academy. In addition to golf, the resort offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and tennis, as well as a luxurious spa and multiple dining options.


Pebble Beach Resort - Pebble Beach, California 

Pebble Beach Resort in California is a luxurious getaway featuring world-renowned golf courses, including the legendary Pebble Beach Golf Links. The resort also offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, horseback riding and fishing. Guests can also indulge in spa treatments, fine dining and shopping at the boutique shops

Pebble Beach golf course on a rocky ocean peninsula, with winding fairways and coastal bunkers.


Lake Oconee golf course with sand bunkers on a peninsula beneath a colorful sunset sky.

The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee - Greensboro, Georgia

The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee in Georgia is a well-appointed resort offering world-class golf, with access to six championship courses. You’ll also enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as boating, fishing and tennis, as well as a spa and multiple dining options. The stunning lakefront setting and exceptional amenities make the Ritz-Carlton Reynolds a top destination for leisure and golf travelers.


The Coeur d'Alene Resort - Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 

The Coeur d'Alene Resort in Idaho is a premier destination featuring a world-renowned golf course, designed by famous architect, Jack Nicklaus. In addition to golf, the resort offers a variety of outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking, as well as a spa, multiple dining options and luxurious lakefront accommodations.

Coeur d'Alene Resort golf course beside a lake, with forested hills and a dock.


Big Cedar Lodge golf course with rolling fairways, sand bunkers, and wooded hills.

Big Cedar Lodge - Ridgedale, Missouri 

Big Cedar Lodge in Missouri is a luxurious resort featuring world-class golf, with access to courses designed by legends such as Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, and Tom Fazio. In addition to golf, the resort offers a variety of outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and boating, as well as a spa, multiple dining options, and comfortable accommodations. The stunning natural surroundings and exceptional amenities make Big Cedar Lodge a top destination for leisure and golf enthusiasts.


Kiawah Island Golf Resort - Kiawah Island, South Carolina

Kiawah Island Golf Resort in South Carolina is a premier destination featuring world-renowned golf courses, including the Ocean Course, host of the 2021 PGA Championship. In addition to golf, the resort offers a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, kayaking, and beachcombing, as well as a spa, multiple dining options, and comfortable beachfront accommodations.


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Kiawah Island golf resort clubhouse beside a coastal fairway and sand bunker.

Golf course at Big Cedar Lodge with rolling fairways and several sand bunkers.
Aerial view of Coeur d’Alene Resort’s lakeside golf course, with green fairways, sand bunkers, and wooded hills.
Hualalai golf course beside the Pacific Ocean, with green fairways, sand bunkers, and palm trees.
Kiawah Island Golf Resort clubhouse beside a coastal golf course, with dunes and water in the distance.
Omni Barton Creek resort and golf course, with a pond in the foreground and autumn-colored wooded hills.
Golf course at Lake Oconee, with sand bunkers on a peninsula extending into the lake at sunset.
Torrey Pines golf course in La Jolla, with rolling fairways and sand bunkers at golden hour.
Raquel Benguiat posing with her hands beneath her chin against a teal background.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

RAQUEL BENGUIAT IS A LUXURY REAL ESTATE AGENT IN RANCHO SANTA FE WITH DOUGLAS ELLIMAN AND A LONGTIME COVENANT RESIDENT WHO MEETS CLIENTS AT HER PRIVATE OFFICE IN THE VILLAGE. IN REAL ESTATE SINCE 2004, SHE REPRESENTS BUYERS AND SELLERS OF HIGH VALUE ESTATES ABOVE $5M ACROSS ALL 24 RANCHO SANTA FE COMMUNITIES, INCLUDING THE COVENANT, FAIRBANKS RANCH, AND THE BRIDGES, AS WELL AS DEL MAR AND THE SURROUNDING COASTAL AREAS. HER WORK COVERS EQUESTRIAN PROPERTIES, GOLF COMMUNITIES, AND LAND SALES.

REALTRENDS VERIFIED RANKS HER IN THE TOP 1% OF AGENTS NATIONWIDE. SHE TAKES ON A LIMITED NUMBER OF CLIENTS EACH YEAR, SO EVERY SHOWING, NEGOTIATION, AND CONVERSATION IS HANDLED BY HER PERSONALLY, AND SHE IS KNOWN FOR HER DISCRETION, OFF-MARKET ACCESS, EXTENSIVE GLOBAL NETWORK, AND RELATIONSHIPS THAT CONTINUE WELL BEYOND THE TRANSACTION.

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